Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional I - Childrens Congregate CareHopedale, MA 01747OverviewSalary Range $22.00 - $23.00 Hourly Position Type Regular Part-Time Job Shift Second Shift (Weekends &/or Weekdays) Education Level High School Diploma/GED/HiSET Category DSP & DSP SupervisorsDescriptionDirect Support Professional I – Children's Congregate CarePay: $22.00-$23.00/hourSchedule: Various days 3p-11pm. Includes every other weekend shifts/rotating holidays.Make a Difference Every DayAre you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and reach their full potential? Join Seven Hills Foundation as a Direct Support Professional I and become part of a compassionate team providing trauma-informed, individualized care to youth with complex medical and behavioral needs.Working in our Medically Complex Behavioral Residence in Groton, Massachusetts, you'll support adolescents ages 12–18 in a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where every interaction can have a lasting impact.Benefits for Full-time employees:Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!Work-Life Balance:Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!Vacation Cash-Out Option3 Paid Personal Days11 Paid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick TimeBenefits for Part-time Employees:Accrued Paid Sick TimeEnhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)What You'll DoAs a Direct Support Professional, you'll play an essential role in creating a positive, supportive environment where youth can heal, grow, and thrive. Responsibilities include:Provide direct care, supervision, and support to youth in a 24/7 residential setting.Build trusting, professional relationships while maintaining healthy boundaries.Foster a safe, therapeutic, and trauma-informed environment that promotes emotional regulation, social development, and positive behavior.Support daily living activities, including meals, personal care, laundry, household chores, and recreational activities.Monitor safety, identify potential risks, and respond appropriately to crisis situations using de-escalation techniques and approved physical interventions when necessary.Accurately complete shift notes, medication documentation, incident reports, and other required records.Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and agency policies.Collaborate with supervisors and multidisciplinary team members to provide consistent, high-quality care.Participate in required trainings and maintain a professional, dependable presence on every shift.Why Join Seven Hills Foundation?At Seven Hills, you'll find more than a job—you'll discover a meaningful career where your compassion, patience, and dedication help transform the lives of young people every day. You'll work alongside a supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth, and creating positive outcomes for the youth we serve.If you're ready to make a lasting impact and build a rewarding career in human services, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help create brighter futures for youth who need it most.QualificationsHigh school diploma/GED/HiSET requiredStandard driver's license – class C or class D1 – 3 years of related experience